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Student-run media of Black Hills State University.  The Jacket Journal / Ponder Magazine / The Buzz FM

BHSU Media

Student-run media of Black Hills State University.  The Jacket Journal / Ponder Magazine / The Buzz FM

BHSU Media

Student-run media of Black Hills State University.  The Jacket Journal / Ponder Magazine / The Buzz FM

BHSU Media

Women’s triathlon takes third at opening race

Women’s triathlon takes third at opening race

Kendra Mitchell October 6, 2022

HOT SPRINGS, S.D. - Black Hills State University Women’s Triathlon competes in their first race of the season at the Southern Hills Triathlon Saturday, Sept. 3. After competing in the collegiate wave...

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Report of shots fired proves false

Claire Scarborough, Editor-in-Chief March 13, 2020

Black Hills State University’s Spearfish campus was briefly on shelter in place status Friday due to a potential active shooter situation, after there were reports of shots fired near the campus apartments. The...

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Competing teams gather onstage at the Lip Sync Battle. Each team performed its own choreographed lip syncing routine.

CAB holds Lip Sync Battle to benefit Kenadi Jean Weis Foundation

Jacob Fitzgerald December 8, 2019

SPEARFISH, S.D. (Jacket Journal) - The Black Hills State University Campus Activities Board hosted a Lip Sync Battle in the Jacket Legacy Room on Nov. 20 to raise money for the Kenadi Jean Weis Foundation....

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“Lookout Lounge” is a popular hangout for Crow Peak Hall residents.

Crow Peak Hall now Makes College Dormitories a Luxury

Ajallade Hennis, Contributing Writer December 2, 2016

It's been over a year since Crow Peak Hall made its debut for the 2015 fall semester at Black Hills State University. The suites drew attention from current and future students as a housing option, while...

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BHSU Charges Commuters Extra to Park on Main Campus

Marina Curuchet, Contributing Writer December 1, 2016

Should commuting students be charged to park in campus parking lots? Why should commuting students have to pay for parking spots that are always available? Why is it that other colleges and entities of...

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The French Sisters Take Over Art Gallery

Ajallade Hennis, Contributing Writer October 25, 2016

The President's Gallery located on the second floor of Woodburn Hall at Black Hills University has many art pieces to view. The gallery is dedicated to former university presidents, with new and temporary...

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College Students Balance Working While Attending School

Marina Curuchet, Contributing Writer October 25, 2016

Juggling school and work is a daunting task for college students. Trying to stay on top of homework while working odd hours to pay your way presents many challenges. There are benefits to having a job...

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Students Adjust to New Donald E. Young Center

Ajallade Hennis, Contributing Writer October 23, 2016

It has been over a year since Black Hills State University opened its new athletic weight room for athletes and new fitness center for non-athlete students. The Donald E. Young Center has been around since...

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Physical Sciences Club Has Big Plans For Upcoming Academic Year

Robyn Hynes, Contributing Writer October 21, 2016

After taking a yearlong break, the Physical Science Club at Black Hills State University is back with second year President, Erin Wayne. The club is creating a series of interactive events for new students...

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Fall Foliage Takes Over Spearfish Canyon

Fall Foliage Takes Over Spearfish Canyon

Jessie Pravecek, Contributing Writer October 19, 2016

A stroll through Spearfish Canyon will show that leaves are starting to change colors. This is essentially due to the breaking down of chlorophyll. The thought of why leaves change colors and why each...

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